This comprehensive directory details the European music industry across two volumes. Volume I focuses on performance and educational institutions, including orchestras, theaters, choirs, competitions, festivals, associations, management agencies, broadcast media, and academic resources. Volume II covers the commercial aspects, encompassing instrument manufacturing, music technology, retail, publishing, and recording industries.

This reference work, a successor to Stadler's Musik-Handbuch, aims to provide an exhaustive overview of the European music landscape. Its detailed structure, covering both performance and commercial sectors, suggests it serves as a vital resource for professionals and researchers in the music field. The inclusion of multiple indexes further enhances its utility as a comprehensive directory.